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Kyana Swygert

Columbia,S.C.

Summary

Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Garde Manager

Halls Chophouse
08.2020 - Current
  • Prepared cold appetizers, salads, pâtés, terrines, cold soups, and charcuterie.
  • Ensured that all cold dishes are presented attractively and consistently according to the restaurant's standards
  • Monitored and managed the inventory of cold kitchen ingredients, ensuring that items are fresh and properly stored.
  • Collaborated with the head chef or kitchen manager to develop and refine cold dish recipes and menus
  • Trained and supervised junior kitchen staff or interns working in the cold kitchen section
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food safety, including proper storage and handling of ingredients to prevent contamination.
  • Excelled under pressure during high-volume service periods while maintaining attention to detail in dish preparation.

Head Chef

The GoldDen Restaurant
04.2019 - 08.2020
  • Dedicated to quality: inspect and test all food before service
  • In-depth knowledge of food processing and safety
  • Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tickets
  • Ability to adhere to precise instructions and expectations of the owners
  • Time management
  • Responsible for all in-house procedures involving food purchasing, event scheduling, menus, hiring and training procedures
  • Created financial budgets for all food outlets while responsible for (P&L)
  • Hired, trained and supervised staff members on company procedures
  • Formulated and designed the entire menu
  • Create and prepared daily specials
  • Manage inventory and purchase of food
  • Manage back house operations
  • Interacted daily with vendors, sales reps and customers.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.

RockStar Grill Op

Waffle House
11.2018 - 04.2020
  • Rock Star is the highest level of cook
  • Successful at multitasking and delivering prompt and friend service to all customers
  • Trained and managed new staff
  • Assist Management with ordering, receiving, & stocking inventory and supplies.

Education

Diploma -

Brookland Cayce High School
05.2006

Skills

  • Extensive experience leading a team of chefs in restaurant environment
  • Complete understanding of a huge range of dish preparation
  • Able to adapt to changing situations efficiently
  • Delegation abilities, giving instructions clearly and quickly
  • Problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Detail oriented management abilities
  • Strongly familiar with standard safety procedures
  • Experienced cleaning and decontaminating working surfaces
  • ServSafe and Food Handler Certified
  • Knife Skills
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food Storage
  • Appetizer Creation
  • Food Waste Reduction

References

  • Brianna Smith, Columbia, S.C., (803) 529-6331
  • McKinzie Mikell, Columbia, S.C., (803) 979-5272
  • Patonya Mack, Columbia, S.C., (803) 312-2610

Timeline

Garde Manager

Halls Chophouse
08.2020 - Current

Head Chef

The GoldDen Restaurant
04.2019 - 08.2020

RockStar Grill Op

Waffle House
11.2018 - 04.2020

Diploma -

Brookland Cayce High School

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